Feature #1
Black Power in Bermuda with Dr. Quito Swan
Dr. Quito Swan is featured in this Jazz & Justice “redux.” Swan took us for a fascinating look at the history of the Black Power Movement in Bermuda, the continued colonialism there and here, as well as, the preparation for an upcoming conference on the subject... [Read more...]
Feature #2
Black Power in Bermuda with Dr. Quito Swan
Dr. Quito Swan is featured in this Jazz & Justice “redux.” Swan took us for a fascinating look at the history of the Black Power Movement in Bermuda, the continued colonialism there and here, as well as, the preparation for an upcoming conference on the subject... [Read more...]
Feature #3
Michael Jackson: America’s Favorite Victim of Racism
Micheal Jackson was undoubtedly one of the most influential talents of the 20th century and the most glaring example of the psychological effects of coming of age in a racist society. Just 40 years ago Jackson joined his brothers to force the world to contemplate the resilience... [Read more...]
Feature #4
Michael Jackson: America’s Favorite Victim of Racism
Micheal Jackson was undoubtedly one of the most influential talents of the 20th century and the most glaring example of the psychological effects of coming of age in a racist society. Just 40 years ago Jackson joined his brothers to force the world to contemplate the resilience... [Read more...]
Feature #5
DC Remembers Dr. Ivan Van Sertima
This week’s “redux” Jazz and Justice was an attempt to offer those unable to attend the services a chance to commemorate the life and work of Dr. Ivan Van Sertima. Hear Van Sertima speak, listen to members of the community express the ways in which his work... [Read more...]
Feature #6
Michael Eric Dyson: Media Literacy in (In)Action
In June of 2006 I was invited by Dyson to join his then Radio One show to defend my criticism of his extending regular invitations to that program to Black conservative John McWhorter. We offer these two recordings for their entertainment and, more so, educational value. ... [Read more...]
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Black Power in Bermuda with Dr. Quito Swan
Dr. Quito Swan is featured in this Jazz & Justice “redux.” Swan took us for a fascinating look at the history of the Black Power Movement in Bermuda, the continued colonialism there and here, as well as, the preparation for an upcoming conference on the subject taking place in Bermuda next month. Also featured in this edition are sounds from the Jack Johnson hearing in Baltimore and underreported police brutality cases in Washington, DC.
Jazz & Justice
Black Power in Bermuda with Dr. Quito Swan
Dr. Quito Swan is featured in this Jazz & Justice “redux.” Swan took us for a fascinating look at the history of the Black Power Movement in Bermuda, the continued colonialism there and here, as well as, the preparation for an upcoming conference on the subject taking place in Bermuda next month. Also featured in this edition are sounds from the Jack Johnson hearing in Baltimore and underreported police brutality cases in Washington, DC.
“Jazz is Black Power! Jazz is African Power!” - Archie Shepp
… and with those words of encouragement from Archie Shepp we bring this week’s Jazz and Justice “redux” filled with sounds of struggle, great music and discussion from DC’s finest audience. Race relations, organization, electoral politics, socialism and afrocentricity were the topics and we brought plenty of fire music in support. Enjoy and see you next week!
Voices United
United Nations Report on Racism in the United States
Very little attention has been paid to the recent findings of the United Nations’ Special Rapporteur on the rampant racism which thrives in the United States. Though conducted per the request of the US government, thorough in its scope and depth of analysis and even welcomed as a valid study by the current administration this report has gone underreported by much of the press. Hear our coverage of Dodou Diene’s report from a year ago prior to its official and full release.
Free All Political Prisoners! In Defense of Jack Johnson
Supporters of Jack Ivory Johnson filled the Baltimore, MD. courtroom today in support of the hearing they hoped would result in his immediate release. However, prosecutors claimed to have had no word of today’s proceedings and requested a continuance until July 29, 2009. The judge, accepting responsibility for the confusion, granted the request. Other than seeing Johnson, whose appreciation for the crowd gathered in his support was evident, the hearing itself was uneventful. However, those there remained resolved and committed to support and freedom for political prisoners who, like Johnson, remain incarcerated despite, as is the case with Johnson, either strong evidence of innocence or an absence of evidence of guilt. Hear some of their thoughts below and more in this related interview with Marshall “Eddie” Conway.
Blackademics
Stealing Empire: An Interview w Dr. Adam Haupt
Hip-Hop, empire, the politics of South Africa and subversion, all this and more in an interview with Dr. Adam Haupt, author of Stealing Empire: P2P, Intellectual Property and Hip-Hop Subversion
Blackademics w/ guests Milton Allimadi & Tara Betts
The Blackademics were joined this week by author Milton Allimadi (The Hearts of Darkness: How White Writers Created the Racist Image of Africa) and poet Tara Betts. This program was co-hosted by Voxunion Media’s own Jared Ball and aired on WPFW 89.3 FM (produced in 2006).
The MC
Michael Jackson: America’s Favorite Victim of Racism
Micheal Jackson was undoubtedly one of the most influential talents of the 20th century and the most glaring example of the psychological effects of coming of age in a racist society. Just 40 years ago Jackson joined his brothers to force the world to contemplate the resilience of African-American culture and talent barely a year after the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. But as Jackson came of age, his physical metamorphosis was a great distraction from his amazing talents; fans and foes alike questioned his sanity and laughed at his face which seemed more like a melting mask in his later years. Yet few stopped to ponder why he or anyone else would take the steps to physically transform themselves as Michael did. [Read more...]
Lifestyle
Scientific Socialism v. Afrocentricity: Which Way to Pan-Africanism?
In 1995 a very important discussion between Kwame Ture and Molefi K. Asante took place at the University of Cincinnati. The two engaged in what remains an enormously relevant and necessary debate between Scientific Socialism, Afrocentricity and Pan-Africanism. [Read more...]
Entrepreneurial Education on Roots Revolution Live!
Our special guest was Ms. Mia Pittman, Founder of Start Smart Inc., an entrepreneurial education and business planning services firm. We discussed entrepreneurship as well as tips for repairing and maintaining good credit.
FreeMix Radio
FreeMix Radio Returns! FMR3: Black + Power ≠ Obama
FreeMix Radio returns with FMR3: Black + Power ≠ Obama. Important questions and distinctions must be made as we consider the new presidency and the journalistic mixtape is perfectly suited to do just that! Get your copy when/where you can or grab this online version. In the meantime check out the track list below and feel free to learn more about the project HERE.
Classic FreeMix Radio!: AHSA Conference 2005!
We’ve re-posted this classic FreeMix Radio edition which features sounds, interviews and music related to the 2005 conference of the African Heritage Studies Association at Cornell University.
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Michael Jackson: America’s Favorite Victim of Racism
Micheal Jackson was undoubtedly one of the most influential talents of the 20th century and the most glaring example of the psychological effects of coming of age in a racist society. Just 40 years ago Jackson joined his brothers to force the world to contemplate the resilience of African-American culture and talent barely a year after the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. But as Jackson came of age, his physical metamorphosis was a great distraction from his amazing talents; fans and foes alike questioned his sanity and laughed at his face which seemed more like a melting mask in his later years. Yet few stopped to ponder why he or anyone else would take the steps to physically transform themselves as Michael did. [Read more...]
Obama and “Buyer’s Remorse” by Cynthia McKinney
Of late, I’m been approached by four types of voters: one voter type knew about our Power to the People campaign and enthusiastically supported it. They find themselves in the position of not wanting to say, “I told you so” too loudly, but certainly say it among themselves and to each other.
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